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Natural Colourings (E 162)

Also Known As : Betanin
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Vegetarian

Usage Tips

  1. Natural Colourings (E 162) can be used in desserts, icecreams, jams, sweets, sauces, cream fillings, bacon burgers, powdered soft drinks, fondants and confectionery. It can be also used for coloring sausages and meats.

Common names and forms

  1. Permitted Natural Colour (INS 162)

Description

Natural Colourings (E 162) is a red glycosidic food dye, usually obtained from the extract of beet juice. It is used as a food coloring agent to add dark red color in food and beverages. It is often used more in frozen products, products sold in dry state and products with short shelf life as it degrades when subjected to heat, light and oxygen.

Selection Guide

Look for Natural Colourings (E 162) with no chemical additives and sugar.

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